Safety Specialist - Stack

Onterris; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is seeking a Safety Specialist for the Stack Division in Elk Grove Village, IL. You will collaborate with the Safety Director and senior leadership to standardize HSE practices across major sites, driving continuous improvement and incident prevention.

The role requires 1–5 years of safety experience, a degree in Safety or Environmental field, OSHA knowledge, strong communication, and a valid driver’s license. Expect travel up to 50% and a dynamic field environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Safety or Environmental or related field is required.
• 1-5 years of relevant safety work experience.
• Knowledge of Federal and State OSHA requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Travel up to 50% is required.

Responsibilities

• Build interpersonal relationships with the Safety Director and senior leadership.
• Drive standardization of HSE practices to achieve continuous improvement in HSE performance.
• Provide HSE support to customer locations that include major refineries, chemical plants, power plants, and other testing facilities.
• Perform written program audits, track action items to closure, and assist local offices in completing necessary tasks.
• Inspect workplace environments, activities, and conditions to verify compliance with local, state and OSHA requirements.
• Measure and report on KPIs and utilize HSE systems to foster improved HSE performance.
• Develop periodic safety communications and training modules to reinforce topics.
• Identify problems related to safety/compliance, and present/implement solutions.
• Assist with Driver Safety Dashboards, driver lists, and asset lists.

Skills

Safety experience

MS Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Education

Degree in Safety or Environmental or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

OSHA 30-hour training

Job description

About UsAt Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.A Day in the LifeAs a Safety Specialist for our Stack Division, you will report to the Safety Director. The duties below are anticipated but may change based on the candidate’s skillset and knowledge base. In general, we share duties and projects based on need, so flexibility is vital to the success of the roleThe compensation range for this role is $70k to $90k.To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:Build interpersonal relationships with the Safety Director and senior leadershipDrive standardization of HSE practices through the teams to achieve continuous improvement in HSE performanceProvide HSE support to customer locations that include major refineries, chemical plants, power plants, and other testing facilitiesWork with line management to proactively ensure compliance with government regulations, customer, and company requirementsPerform written program audits, track action items to closure, and assist local offices in completing necessary tasksInspect workplace environments, activities, and conditions to verify compliance with local, state and OSHA requirementsMeasure and report on KPIs and utilize HSE systems to foster improved HSE performance improvementAssist with and/or investigate and document incidents with local teams, and develop meaningful corrective actionsDevelop periodic written communications, such as “Safety Flashes” and “Safety Toolbox Talks” to reinforce relevant topicsIdentify problems related to safety/compliance, and present and implement solutionsPrepare periodic safety posters, safety meeting materials, newsletters, etc., to share with local officesDevelop and deliver training modules for HSE tasksComplete assigned projects and tasks in a timely mannerAssist with the Driver Safety Dashboards, driver list, asset listsYour Expertise and Skills These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.Degree in Safety or Environmental or related field (required)1-5 years of relevant safety work experience (required)General knowledge of Federal and State OSHA requirementsExperience in Stack Testing a plusPrior Health or Industrial Hygiene experience a plusSelf-motivated and able to prioritize tasks with competing priorities, is requiredKnowledge and experience with, but not limited to, hands-on training is a plusProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other related business applications/software is requiredOSHA 30-hour training a plusStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently and in a team environmentMust have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving recordWork Environment and Physical RequirementsThe physical and environmental requirements below reflect what’s typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions.Ability to work in outdoor industrial settings, including climbing to and working on elevated platforms in accordance with OSHA/ANSI and other applicable safety standardsAbility to climb ladders and stairs and navigate industrial facilitiesAbility to wear a respiratorAbility to walk on uneven surfaces when at other facilities or project locationsAbility to travel up to 50% of the time, both domestically and internationallyAbility to work at a desk and/or computer for extended hours#LI-KJ1#LI-MEGOnterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com .We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.